Job Description:

Male Support Worker – Brain Injury Rehabilitation

Location: Beeston, NG9

Salary: £12.75 – £14.25 per hour (DOE)

Job Type: Self-Employed (Part-time, Ad-hoc)

Driver Essential: Yes

Start Date: ASAP

Hours:

Monday: 10am to 2pm

Wednesday: 10am to 2pm

NSS PLUS LTD (NeuroSupport Services) is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals with acquired brain injuries (ABI) regain independence and improve their quality of life. We are currently seeking professional Support Workers and Healthcare Assistants to join our team in Beeston, Nottinghamshire.

The Role

Our client is seeking a Support/Rehab Worker, with experience of working with adults with autism/mental health difficulties, and/or Acquired Brain Injuries. Due to communication difficulties, the successful candidate must speak English clearly.

The client has an interest in making music, and would love to find a support worker who has knowledge and experience of this, if possible. This would greatly help with building a rapport.

About our client:

Our client is a 21 year old male, who is seeking support and encouragement in activities such as:
- Community activities – music lessons/voluntary work
- Social/leisure activities – walking/cinema
- Making music in his studio
- Household tasks – ensure he keeps his home tidy and clean
- Meal preparation and shopping
- Attending appointments
- Engaging in physical therapy
- Work with MDT to implement goals, and write up summary notes to record progress/barriers

Mandatory Requirements

To be considered, candidates MUST meet the following criteria:

• UK Experience: At least 6 months of UK-based support worker experience (within the last 3 years).

• Licence: A full, clean UK Driving Licence and access to a car for work use.

• Communication: Clear, fluent English is essential.

• Status: Applicants must be willing to work on a self-employed basis.

• CV: Your CV must clearly highlight your relevant experience and qualifications.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Experience in Brain Injury (ABI/TBI), stroke,dementia or aphasia is highly advantageous.

• Background in Psychology (Graduates are encouraged to apply) or as a Therapy Assistant, Rehabilitation Support Worker,Healthcare Assistants or Care Worker

• Ability to work on your own initiative while being a key part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT).

• Strong organizational skills and basic IT literacy (Word/Excel).

Why Join Us?

• Allowances: Food/drink shift allowance + partial mileage and travel time coverage.

• Training: Access to full yearly mandatory online training.

• Support: Liability insurance provided.

• Growth: Gain valuable experience working alongside clinical professionals (OTs, Psychologists).

• Flexibility: Work patterns designed to suit your lifestyle.

All successful candidates will be subject to a Full Enhanced DBS check.